$3,000 Fine For Using A Void Licence
A Lindsay man has been fined for using a void licence to hunt deer and for transporting illegally killed wildlife.
Carl Baldwin pleaded guilty to charges under the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act and was fined $2,000 for using a void licence and $1,000 for transporting illegally killed wildlife.
Court heard that Ministry of Natural Resources records showed Baldwin purchased his first deer licence on July 2, 2009 and illegally purchased a second deer licence on November 3, 2009. A conservation officer investigated and found that, after shooting his first deer and using his original deer seal, Baldwin purchased a second deer licence and shot a second deer with a bow. A seven-point buck shot on December 6, 2009 was seized.
Justice of the Peace Jason Mariasine heard the case in the Ontario Court of Justice, Lindsay, on February 26, 2010.
To report a natural resources violation, call 1-877-TIPS-MNR (847-7667) toll-free any time or contact your local ministry office during regular business hours. You can also call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
Mike Ladouceur, Bancroft District, 613-332-3940, Ext. 238
Craig Smith, Minden Area Office, 705-286-5217
